Job details

Salary: Grade 15 Point 3 – 4 Hourly rate £12.85 - £13.05 (pay award pending)

Employer: St Benedict’s Church of England VA Junior School

Location: Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9EX

Contract type: Permanent, Term time

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 18 June 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

Salary: Grade 15 Point 3 – 4 Hourly rate £12.85 – £13.05 (pay award pending)

Hours: 31.25 hours pw 8.30 – 3.15 with half an hour for lunch, term time only (paid for 43.51 weeks py)

Start date: September 2026

What will I be doing?

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work with a child with specific educational needs. The post would be full-time (term-time) and would be linked to the specific pupil. This role would suit a nurturing individual who is happy to liaise with the class teacher to personalise a child’s learning.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

  • Experience and understanding of pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), or a willingness to learn,
  • Being prepared to deliver intimate care,
  • The ability to adapt, adjust and be flexible to meet learners’ needs,
  • The ability to work as part of a team,
  • Strong communication and empathy skills.

What is in it for me?

St Benedict’s is a friendly, inclusive school with an emphasis on wellbeing, both of pupils and staff. We have a strong, dedicated team. Situated in the vibrant and diverse town of Glastonbury, we are passionate about delivering a broad and varied curriculum with an emphasis on links to our community. As a member of our staff, you would be part of a hard-working, enthusiastic team determined to deliver an engaging, exciting wider curriculum and offer our pupils the best possible learning experience, with an emphasis on wellbeing.

DBS check

DBS check required.

Supporting documents and information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo criminal background checks via the disclosure procedure.

Where possible, we would encourage applicants to visit the school and to view our website. If unable to visit, please telephone the school to arrange an informal conversation with the Headteacher.

Closing Date: Thursday 18 June 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed (week beginning 22 June 2026)

For an application form, please visit our website, or see attachment

Applications should be e-mailed to office@stbens.school and include a completed application form and covering letter addressed to the Headteacher, Mr P Ranger.

Apply on the St Benedict’s Church of England VA Junior School website

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